Gloucester, Mathews weekly public safety log

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On Oct. 9, at 11:20 a.m. a report was received of a forced entry to an unoccupied residence in the 4900 block of Weaver Lane, which occurred overnight. The residence has been unoccupied for several years. No items were reported as stolen. A rear window was broken.

In the 9500 block of Indian Road

On Oct. 9, at approximately 8:45 a.m. a single vehicle accident in the 9500 block of Indian Road resulted in the driver, Jared Luke Rainville, 30, of Hayes, being charged with DUI — first offense.

CaptionVideo: Gloucester's historic court circle

Gloucester's historic court circle is located in the center on Main Street.

Gloucester's historic court circle is located in the center on Main Street.

CaptionVideo: Mathews hires consultant for gym roof

A structural engineer will review the damaged roof at Lee-Jackson Elementary School and recommend a way to fix it.

A structural engineer will review the damaged roof at Lee-Jackson Elementary School and recommend a way to fix it.

In the 7000 block of George Washington Memorial Highway

On Oct. 9, at approximately 2:10 a.m. a business alarm was received at Rent-A-Center, 7000 block of George Washington Memorial Highway. The front glass door was shattered with a Xbox and PlayStation taken, valued at approximately $550.

In the 5800 block of Horsley Road

On Oct. 8, a report was receive of a domestic assault between an adult daughter, mother and step-father at their shared residence in the 5800 block of Horsley Road. Megan Elizabeth Ferrell, 18, of Hayes, was charged with two counts of assault and battery of a family member.

In the 7000 block of Hayes Shopping Court

On Oct. 8, a larceny report was received from the dock at Williams Landing Road, which occurred between Oct. 4-8. A set of 200 pound large clamming tools were taken which had been left on the dock next to the owners boat. Value was approximately $500.

In the 6600 block of Forest Hill Avenue

On Oct. 8, at approximately 1:30 a.m. a report was received of a male laying in the ditch that appeared to be sleeping in the area of Hampton Inn and Jiffy Lube on Market Drive. Male was located and John Wayne Allen, 43, of Gloucester, was charged with public intoxication.

In the 7100 block of George Washington Memorial Highway

On Oct. 7, a larceny report was received from a secured van parked at Damon's Bar & Grill, 7100 block of George Washington Memorial Highway between Oct. 2-7. The rear doors were forced open. Various power tools were taken, valued at approximately $1,000.

In the 6900 block of Fox Lane

On Oct. 6, a domestic assault was reported between an ex-boyfriend and girlfriend with children in common which occurred in the 6900 block of Fox Lane. Forced entry was made into the residence. Troy Trevon Cook, 25, of Gloucester, was charged with assault and battery of a family member, breaking and entering and public swearing or intoxication.

In the 6700 block of John Smith Lane

On Oct. 5, at approximately 11:19 p.m. a report was received of a fight in progress in the area of the 6700 block of John Smith Lane. Female was located in the area and Amanda Kathryn Epps, 21, of Hayes, was charged with public intoxication.

In the 6400 block of Market Drive

On Oct. 5, a report was received of a female driver slumped over the wheel of a vehicle in the parking lot of Tractor Supply, 6400 block of Market Drive. Contact with the driver was made with contraband items in view. Jennifer Jenkins, 33, of the 4000 block of Clay Bank Road was charged with possession of controlled substances (five felonies and one misdemeanor) and possession with intent to distribute controlled substances.

On Guinea Road

On Oct. 5, at approximately 1:45 a.m. a traffic stop in the area of Guinea Road and Low Ground Road for failing to stop at stop sign resulted in the driver, Kelly Christopher Clem, 22, of Newport News, being charged with driving suspended, failure to obey highway sign and expired state registration. The same driver was issued a summons for driving suspended/speeding several hours earlier.

In the 7000 block of Potter Lane

On Oct. 5, a verbal dispute was reported between the occupants of a residence in the 7000 block of Potter Lane resulted in Elizabeth Lynn Anderson, 45, of Gloucester, being charged with possession of a firearm by convicted felon.

In the 3900 block of George Washington Memorial Highway

On Oct. 4 at approximately 11:30 p.m. a traffic stop for speeding 70 miles per hour in a 55 mph zone resulted in the driver, Kelly Christopher Clem, 22, of Newport News, being charged with driving suspended and speeding.

Mathews County Sheriff's Office

In the 300 block of Whites Creek Lane

On Oct. 4, deputies responded to a breaking and entering/burglary in the 300 block of Whites Creek Lane in Diggs. Upon investigation it was determined that some time between Oct. 1 and Oct. 4 someone broke into the residence through a side window and upon entering, stole three guns described as a 12-gauge shotgun, a 16-gauge shotgun and a M1 carbine rifle. This incident remains under investigation.

On Hookemfair Road

On Oct. 7, deputies responded to a larceny of money on HookemFair Road in Hudgins. Upon investigation, it was determined that sometime between Oct. 6-7 someone entered the building and took $60 in cash from various locations in the building. This case remains under investigation.

In the 4200 block of East River Road

On Oct. 9, deputies responded to a larceny of medication in the 4200 block of East River Road in Bohannon. Upon investigation, it was determined that sometime on Saturday, Oct. 8 between the hours of noon and 6:30 p.m. someone went into the home and took the victim's prescription hydrocodone/acetaminophen medication that was purchased earlier in the day. This incident remains under investigation.

In the 300 block of Aaron's Beach Road

On Oct. 8, deputies responded to a disturbance call in the 300 block of Aaron's Beach Road in Diggs. Alexander David Brodie, 18, of Diggs, was charged with assault and battery of a family member. He was held on a $2,500 secured bond.

If anyone has information regarding these crimes or any other crimes in Mathews, please call Crime Solvers at 725-7001. All calls are anonymous. Callers do not have to give their name or telephone number and do not have to appear in court. If information leads to the arrest, recovery of stolen property or the seizure of illegal drugs, callers may receive a cash reward.

Gloucester Volunteer Fire and Rescue

Gloucester Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad Inc. responded to the following calls between Oct. 2-8: